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The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment outlined the various components of the Atal Vayo Abhyudaya Yojana (AVYAY) to support senior citizens across India.
Key initiatives include the 'Elderline' national toll-free helpline (14567) and the Rashtriya Vayoshree Yojana (RVY) for providing assistive living devices.
The Artificial Limbs Manufacturing Corporation (ALIMCO) implements RVY and has established multiple Pradhan Mantri Divyasha-Vayoshri Kendras, particularly in the Northeast.
GS Paper 2 > Welfare Schemes > Senior Citizens
An initiative under AVYAY that identifies and encourages innovative start-ups to develop products, processes, and services for the welfare of the elderly.
A National Helpline for Senior Citizens providing free information, guidance, emotional support, and field interventions.